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As Edward de Bono argues, "...unless your job involved creativity, you are (eventually) replaceable by a computer."

As an added dimension to his training programmes, Edward de Bono has produced a range of computer software products designed to be used in conjunction with his training courses or as stand alone creativity tools.

Designed and developed by Six Hats Systems in Australia, the Serious Creativity computer software contains self paced training and development programs to make the learning process faster, easier and even more enjoyable.

The Computer Software runs under Windows and is supplied on CD. The Serious Creativity computer software consists of :

• Creativity Courseware
  a comprehensive, self paced training program on all aspects of Creativity and thought development.
• IdeaPro - The Idea Processor
  a powerful tool to be used to create and develop new ideas, and add an exciting dimension to the way you think.
• IdeaRef - The Creativity Reference System
  offers instant access to reference materials from anywhere within the Courseware or IdeaPro.

The Serious Creativity Multimedia Courseware
A comprehensive presentation of the techniques and their use. Learn how to think from the ground up - with a self-paced training programme on all aspects of creativity and thought development. It offers a user-friendly, interactive training platform, with detailed models, animation and a sound track personally narrated by Edward de Bono, this creativity courseware will improve the way you develop ideas. You will -

• Discover proven methods to harness your creativity
• Learn how to use the key elements of Lateral Thinking
• Develop powerful techniques for problem solving and decision making
• Break established thought patterns and revitalise your approach

IdeaPro - the Idea Processor
Idea development tools with templates and wizards. This powerful tool can be used to create and develop new ideas, adding an exciting new dimension to the way you think. IdeaPro helps you explore and map the relationship between different ideas and concepts, assisting you with the processing of information into logical order - with creative results. Use IdeaPro as a training aid while working through the Creativity Courseware, and then continue using it as a stand alone management tool for concept and strategy development, and for developing new ideas. Whenever you need to think creatively, you will find IdeaPro an invaluable tool for stimulating and implementing new ideas quickly and effectively. Use IdeaPro for -

• Developing marketing programmes
• Business planning
• Product design and development
• Group facilitation
• Strategic planning

IdeaRef - The Creativity Reference System
Detailed explanation with examples and graphics. IdeaRef offers instant access to reference material from anywhere within the Courseware or IdeaPro. Edward de Bono has developed a virtual language for creativity. This context sensitive reference system allows you to explore the terminology, concepts and processes at your own pace, increasing your understanding and helping you develop and harness your thinking and creative skills quickly.

Free Downloadable Demo - Serious Creativity Computer Software